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LAN

Local Area Network. A LAN allows users to share files between computers, send e-mail and access the Internet. Most companies use Local Area Networks so that users can access information within or outside the LAN.

leased line

A leased line is a dedicated line that connects a user or network to another network or an ISP.

 

Listserv

An automated mailing list distribution system.

 

lurking

Lurking involves simply listening or watching and not participating on an IRC channel, a mailing list, or some other type of Internet connection.